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Nancy's picks for the best non-fiction of
Summer 2000 and ideas for using them in the classroom. Compiled
by Nancy Polette © 2000.
- Last updated: Tuesday, February 19, 2002
- Corey, Shana. You Forgot Your Skirt, Amelia Bloomer!
Illustrated by Chesley McLaren. Scholastic, 2000
Gr 1-4
The true story of a woman who fought injustice and skirted conventions by designing an outfit for
herself with a skirt and pants, quite shocking for her day. Not only did she change clothing styles but
struck a blow as well for women' s rights.
Garland, Sherry .Voices of the
Alamo. Illustrated by Ronald Himler. Scholastic, 2000
Gr 3-6
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The true tale of the Alamo is told from the perspectives of Native Americans, Spaniards, Tejanos,
Texians, Mexicans and Americans. This is a great introduction to point of view and a valuable addition to histories of the Alamo.
Giblin, James Cross. The Amazing Life of Benjamin
Franklin. Illustrated by Michael Dooling. Scholastic, 2000
Gr 4-6
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Here is a fairly comprehensive look at the life and accomplishments of this great man
beautifully illustrated with full color spreads.
Mandel, Peter. Say Hey, A Song of Willie Mays
Illustrated by Don Tate. Hyperion, 2000 Gr 1-4
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This is a rhythmic tribute to the "Say Hey Kid" who proved that baseball was just as much his sport
as anyone's.
Pat ten, Brian. The Blue-Green Ark. An
Alphabet for Planet Earth. Scholastic,2000. Gr 2-4
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"A is for Ark. For the blue and green Ark adrift in the dark." So begins this alphabet where each
letter celebrates the many natural wonders of the world, from the Earth' s smallest creatures to the
vast night skies above us.
Rubin, Susan Goldman. Fireflies in the Dark. The Story of Friedl Dicker-Brandeis and the Children
of Terezin. Holiday House, 2000 Gr 3-6
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In December of 1942 Friedl Dicker-Brandeis was forced to move to the Terezin concentration camp.
There she used her gifts as an artist and teacher to bring a world of beauty and fantasy to hundreds of
children Their story reveals how flashes of kindness can spark joy, like fireflies in the dark.
Wellington, Monica. Squeaking of Art: The Mice Go to the
Museum. Dutton, 2000 Gr K-3
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An introduction to museums led by ten mice pals. Paintings are grouped by subject and are identified by artist and title.. An unusual approach to art appreciation.
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